Figure 4-4 Figure 4-4 shows the market for tiger shrimp. The market is initially in equilibrium at a price of $15 and a quantity of 80. Now suppose producers decide to cut output to 40 in order to raise the price to $18.
-Refer to Figure 4-4. What is the value of producer surplus at the equilibrium price of $15?

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Figure 4-4  Figure 4-4 shows the market for tiger shrimp. The market is initially in equilibrium at a price of $15 and a quantity of 80. Now suppose producers decide to cut output to 40 in order to raise the price to $18.
-Refer to Figure 4-4. What is the value of producer surplus at the equilibrium price of $15?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Producer surplus is the area above the supply curve and below the equilibrium price. At a price of $15, the producer surplus is calculated as the area of the triangle formed, which is $160.

Figure 4-4 Figure 4-4 Shows the Market for Tiger